Description
Chicken and Stuffing Casserole with juicy chicken, savory stuffing, and creamy sauce. A comforting and crowd-pleasing dish perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds (900g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 box (6 oz/170g) stuffing mix (herb or chicken flavored)
- 1 can (10.75 oz/305g) condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 can (10.75 oz/305g) condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup (240ml) chicken broth
- ½ cup (120ml) sour cream
- 2 cups (200g) mixed vegetables (frozen peas, carrots, and corn work well)
- 1 medium onion, finely diced (about 1 cup/160g)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
- 2 tablespoons (8g) fresh parsley, chopped (plus more for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon (5g) dried thyme
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons (28g) butter, melted
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Season your chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then add them to the hot pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes until just browned on the outside but not fully cooked through. The chicken will finish cooking in the oven, keeping it moist and tender.
- Step 2: Create the Creamy Base Transfer the chicken to a large mixing bowl. In the same skillet, add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant. Add this aromatic mixture to the bowl with your chicken. Now combine the cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, and chicken broth in the bowl, mixing everything together until well incorporated. This creates the delicious creamy foundation of your Chicken and Stuffing Casserole.
- Step 3: Add Vegetables and Herbs Fold in your mixed vegetables, dried thyme, and fresh parsley to the chicken mixture. These colorful vegetables not only add nutritional value but also bring pops of color and texture to your casserole. Taste the mixture and adjust the seasonings with salt and pepper as needed. The herbs will bloom in the oven, infusing the entire dish with their comforting aromas.
- Step 4: Prepare the Stuffing Layer In a separate bowl, combine the dry stuffing mix with melted butter. Toss gently with a fork until the stuffing is evenly moistened. This simple step ensures your stuffing will bake into a beautifully textured top layer with the perfect balance of crisp and tender bites.
- Step 5: Assemble and Bake Pour the chicken and vegetable mixture into your prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. Top with the buttered stuffing mixture, creating a consistent layer across the entire casserole. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the stuffing is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling around the edges. Let it stand for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow the layers to set slightly, making it easier to serve perfect portions of your delicious Chicken and Stuffing Casserole.
Notes
Fresh ingredients will always yield the best flavor results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 420 calories per serving
- Sugar: 7 grams
- Sodium: 920 mg
- Fat: 22 grams
- Saturated Fat: 9 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 28 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 27 grams
- Cholesterol: 95 mg